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...this evil to be remedied? If a man has the face to lie to the Dean about his circumstances, I see no way of action but that the Dean take him to task. That is to say, I think that the college authorities should institute a committee on scholarships, which should judge whether a man's evident style of living entitles him to pecuniary aid or not; such a committee, I admit, would have odious duties, but a crying evil would be remedied to a great extent, at least...
Some time ago it was our unpleasant duty to criticise the speaking and the speakers at the Harvard Union. It is our pleasant task now to congratulate the directors of the Union on the way it has been conducted this fall. The last debate was as lively and interesting one as is usually held in a presidential year, and the large number remaining to the close - an unusually late hour for the Union - shows how keen an interest was maintained to the close. The Union under good auspices, is a very useful organization, and we are glad to see live...
...firmly as the Symphony Orchestra's is fixed in Boston. The past successes of the Glee Club and Pierian Sodality, together with the talent which the members of this year undoubtedly possess, are sufficient guarantee for a delightful musical treat. We are glad to be relieved of the task of encouraging men to attend the concert, as the tickets have had an unusually large sale and it only remains for us to congratulate those who are fortunate enough to gain admission...
...congratulate the managers of the literary exercises yesterday in the successful way in which they accomplished the difficult task set them. The execution of the details of the programme left nothing to be desired, and all present heartily appreciated the care with which everything had been planned. That the judgment of the committee in the distribution of the parts was the wisest, no one can doubt who was present and listened to the speakers. Mr. Hamilton's oration was masterly in conception, brilliant in execution, and extremely dignified and impressive in delivery. His bearing and intonation gave abundant testimony...
...conclusion I have only to say that Capt. Mumford did all in his power to lessen the expenses of the crew; and I also desire to thank those who kindly helped in the wearisome task of collecting subscriptions, especially Mr. Amory, '88; Mr. Paine, '88; Mr. Spaulding, '88; Mr. Forbes, '89; and Mr. Bush...